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A clever pocket-sized dictionary that celebrates running with hilarious definitions and witty illustrations of terms that runners know and love. Here is a clever, tongue-in-cheek "dictionary" that's perfect for any runner. The Running Dictionary is filled with hilarious definitions for hundreds running terms, plus dozens of witty illustrations. Terms range from race lingo, gear, and human anatomy to the insider jargon that all runners know and speak fluently, from "active recovery" to "zone running." With equal parts quirky humor and charming giftability, it's a delightful book for every running obsessive.

Every sport has rules. Running is no exception. If you''re curious, just visit the Web site of USA Track & Field, the sport''s governing body, where you''ll find detailed dictates on everything from disqualification to bib-number placement to the caliber of the starter''s pistol.But what about the everyday rules of running? The unspoken ones that pertain to the lingo, behavior, and etiquette that every seasoned runner seems to know and every newbie needs to learn? Veteran runner Mark Remy and the editors of Runner''s World magazine provide answers to these very questions and many more in The Runner''s Rule Book.With 100+ rules that cover the basics of running, racing, track etiquette, and apparel and gear, including hilarious running commentary on running culture, The Runner''s Rule Book will be the reference guide you''ll turn to again and again for answers to your burning running questions.

Whether you run in the city or on trails, in races or just for fun, you''ll find The Runner''s Field Manual loaded with practical advice and how-to instruction. As funny as it is useful, this volume covers everything from Dealing With Drivers to Toenail Maintenance, and explores in explicit detail.COMMON THREATS    • Urban: The Blackberry-transfixed businessman    • Suburban: The bored, angry dog    • Trail: The mountain biker who has watched too many Mountain Dew commercials SHOES & GEAR    • The Reef Knot: The only knot you need to know    • Barefoot Running: Crazy? Or just insane?    • The Trash Bag Poncho: Three steps to ultra-cheap rainwear RACE DAY CHALLENGES    • Finding the Damn Thing: Not always so easy    • Navigating the Aid Station: Pinch the cup    • Finish Line Vomit: Hey, it happens Full of charts, illustrations, and more than a few laughs, The Runner''s Field Manual is the perfect reference for anyone who loves to run--or wants to learn how.

If there''s one thing that Mark Remy knows, it''s running. After 25 marathons and a career of writing for and about runners in Runner''s World, he is well equipped to dissect the running world and the odd creatures that make up its population.The North American Runner has evolved greatly over the years, adapting to changes in environment, including new threats, technologies, food sources, and fashion. These mysterious, brightly clad creatures live side by side with humans, but how many of us truly understand them?In Runners of North America, a comprehensive guide to the 23 subspecies of runners (ranging from The Newbie to The Gear Addict), humor writer Mark Remy presents the tools to observe and communicate with runners in their natural habitat. With chapters like "Diet and Nutrition" and "Mating Habits," Runners of North America examines and explains the lives of runners from every conceivable angle--while delivering plenty of laughs along the way.

The ultimate book of running adventures across North America featuring 200 epic routes from city circuits to off-road trails plus amazing running stories from celebrated athletes.Discover tales of 50 incredible runs plus a further 150 awesome running trip ideas from easy-going jogs to one-of-a-kind challenges. Epic Runs of North America takes travelers across the US, Canada, and the Caribbean to experience heart-pounding trails that are a tonic for the mind, soul - and legs! Inside Epic Runs of North America:50 first-person accounts of running routes, races and trails plus 150 suggestions of similar runs to experienceRemarkable stories from celebrated athletes and writers offering personal insights into runs they've completed including Mark Remy, Hannah Selinger, Jinghuah Liu Tervalon, Stephanie Case, Alison Mariella Désir, Barbara Noe Kennedy, Brendan Sainsbury, Brian Metzler, Charlie Engle, Matt Phillips, and moreChallenge level grading for each run varies from easy for running newbies, harder for runners seeking a challenge, and epic for seasoned racersBreathtaking photography that brings each run to life and inspires readers to explore the worldExpert information, maps and practical details on where to start and finish your run, total distance, how to get there, what to take, where to stay, and things to knowBeautiful and vibrant book cover by New Zealand illustrator, Ross MurrayFeatured runs include the Boston Marathon; the National Mall in Washington DC; the Badwater 135 Ultramarathon; the Martin Goodman Waterfront Trail of Toronto; the Reggae Marathon in Jamaica; and many more This book is a must-have for readers in search of new running experiences in North America, and makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves to explore the great outdoors with a spring in their step.